Originally bred to trail game with its sensitive nose, this laid-back, even-tempered breed was number 31 on the American Kennel Association's 2007 ranking of America's most popular dogs.
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Basset Hound: Your Happy Healthy Pet (Your Happy Healthy Pet, 149)

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Albert, Terry

Pets & Animal Care

Howell Book House

Obedient, loving, and intelligent, it's no surprise that the Labrador Retriever has been ranked #1 in dog registrations by the AKC for nearly 20 years. This easily trainable and adaptable breed is well suited to thrive in most any situation. Along with expert care and training advice, this all-in-one guide outlines the history of the Labrador Retriever and details the characteristics that make this breed America's favorite.

Labrador Retriever (Animal Planet Dogs 101)

Tfh Pubns Inc

The Boxer, ranked #7 in dog registrations by the American Kennel Club (AKC), is a dignified, sturdy dog who was originally developed to hunt game, guard the home, and serve as a family companion. His greatest desire is for human affection and company, and when well trained, he will remain a loyal and faithful friend for life. All newly authored text explains how the Boxer has transitioned over the years from fierce hunter to a gentle family pet.

Boxer (Animal Planet Dogs 101)

What's better than a well-trained dog? Well-trained dogs follow your lead wordlessly, behave graciously around others, and smooth the transitions of everyday life. They come when called, pull handkerchiefs out of your pocket, and curl up beside you when you come home from work. These devoted companions often become the talk of the town! Animal Planet™ Complete Guide to Dog Training explains everything your dog needs to achieve the hallowed status of "well-trained dog." Complete Guide to Dog Training provides detailed education for both trainer and trainee. Beginning with guidance on effective communication, this guide provides multifaceted advice on preparing your dog for successful, enjoyable training sessions. Once you've established enough groundwork in positive training, you'll dive into more than 100 different commands organized by theme ("Obedience Commands," "Household Manners," "Play and Activities," and more), complete with prerequisites, suggestions for use, and step-by-step instructions. With consistent training, your dog will navigate social situations with ease, delight friends and family with games and tricks, stay beside you during walks, and even train for canine sports and activities. You'll also learn how effective training can resolve problem behaviors. With Complete Guide to Dog Training, you'll strengthen your relationship with your dog while developing lifelong skills that repay themselves many times over.

Collie (Animal Planet Dogs 101)

Your Labrador Retriever Puppy Month by Month, Second Edition, provides new puppy owners with everything you need to know and do at each stage of development to make sure your playful, energetic puppy grows into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted companion. Expert authors Terry Albert, vet Deb Eldredge, and breeder Joanne Olivier team up to cover all the questions new owners tend to have and may not think to ask, including: • What to ask the breeder before bringing your puppy home. • Which vaccinations your puppy needs and when to get them. • How to make potty training as smooth (and quick) as possible. • What do to when your puppy cries at night. • Why and how to crate train your puppy. • When socialization should happen and how to make sure it does. • When your puppy is ready to learn basic commands—like Sit, Stay, and Come—and the best way to teach them. • When and how to go about leash training. • How much exercise your puppy needs to stay physically and mentally healthy. • What, how much, and when to feed your puppy to give him the nutrition he needs without the extra weight he doesn’t. • When your puppy is ready for obedience training and how to make sure it works. • How and how often to bath your puppy, brush his coat, clip his nails, and brush his teeth. • How to know what requires a trip to the vet and what doesn't. • What causes problem behaviors, when to expect them, and how to correct them.

Your Labrador Retriever Puppy Month by Month, 2nd Edition: Everything You Need to Know at Each Stage of Development (Your Puppy Month by Month)

Eldredge, DVM, Debra

Ironside, Don

Ironside, Barb

Reference

Your German Shepherd Puppy Month by Month, Second Edition, provides readers with everything they need to know and do at each stage of development to make sure their playful, energetic puppy grows into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted companion. Expert authors Liz Palika, vet Deb Eldredge, and breeder Joanne Olivier team up to cover all the questions new owners tend to have, and many they don’t think to ask, including: • What to ask the breeder before bringing your puppy home. • Which vaccinations your puppy needs and when to get them. • How to make potty training as smooth (and quick) as possible. • What do to when your puppy cries at night. • Why and how to crate train your puppy. • When socialization should happen and how to make sure it does. • When your puppy is ready to learn basic commands—like Sit, Stay, and Come—and the best way to teach them. • When and how to go about leash training. • How much exercise your puppy needs to stay physically and mentally healthy. • What, how much, and when to feed your puppy to give him the nutrition he needs without the extra weight he doesn’t. • When your puppy is ready for obedience training and how to make sure it works. • How and how often to bath your puppy, brush his coat, clip his nails, and brush his teeth. • How to know what requires a trip to the vet and what doesn’t. • What causes problem behaviors, when to expect them, and how to correct them.

Your German Shepherd Puppy Month by Month, 2nd Edition: Everything You Need to Know at Each State to Ensure Your Cute and Playful Puppy (Your Puppy Month by Month)

Palika, Liz

Olivier, Joanne

Your Beagle Puppy Month by Month, written by a veterinarian, a trainer, and a breeder team, provides readers with everything they need to know and do at each stage of development to make sure their playful, energetic puppy grows into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted companion. Coverage includes information on what to ask the breeder before bringing your puppy home, the necessary vaccinations your puppy needs and when to get them, and when a trip to the vet is needed. Also included: • Instructions on making potty training as smooth (and quick) as possible. • Discussion on why and how to crate train and what to do when your puppy cries at night. • Knowing when to teach your puppy is ready to learn basic commands and how to go about leash training. • Socialization: why it's necessary, when it should happen, and how to make sure it does. • Exercising and feeding your puppy appropriately to ensure he stays physically and mentally healthy. • When your puppy is ready for obedience training and how to make sure it works. • How and how often to bathe your puppy, brush his coat, clip his nails, and brush his teeth. • What causes problem behaviors, when to expect them, and how to correct them.

Your Beagle Puppy Month by Month: Everything You Need to Know at Each State to Ensure Your Cute and Playful Puppy (Your Puppy Month by Month)

Alpha

Your Bulldog Puppy Month by Month, written by a veterinarian, a trainer, and a breeder team, provides readers with everything they need to know and do at each stage of development to make sure their playful, energetic puppy grows into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted companion. Coverage includes: • Information on what to ask the breeder before bringing your puppy home, the necessary vaccinations your puppy needs and when to get them, and when a trip to the vet is needed. • Instructions on making potty training as smooth (and quick) as possible. • Discussion on why and how to crate train and what to do when your puppy cries at night. • Knowing when to teach your puppy is ready to learn basic commands and how to go about leash training. • Socialization: why it's necessary, when it should happen, and how to make sure it does. • Exercising and feeding your puppy appropriately to ensure he stays physically and mentally healthy. • When your puppy is ready for obedience training and how to make sure it works. • How and how often to bathe your puppy, brush his coat, clip his nails, and brush his teeth. • What causes problem behaviors, when to expect them, and how to correct them.

Your Bulldog Puppy Month by Month: Everything You Need to Know at Each Stage to Ensure Your Cute and Playful Puppy (Your Puppy Month by Month)

Fisher, Betty

Geiselhardt, Tom

Your Labrador Retriever Month by Month guides new owners through their Lab pup's first year and beyond. Each chapter covers a month and includes sections on physical development, health, nutrition, grooming, social skills, behavior, training, and most important, just enjoying your new new Lab puppy. You'll learn about the important contribution the breeder makes to starting your pup out on the right paw, and how to continue the puppy's socialization and training once you bring him home. As he grows, you'll be ready to meet the challenges of owning an active Lab, and at the same time keeping him safe and healthy. The book has over 350 pages, broken down into easy-to-read sections, with plenty of extra tips and tricks to help you successfully raise your Lab puppy. It's a resource I hope you'll turn to throughout your dog's life. Whether your new puppy grows up to be a pet, hunting dog, or competitor, this book is for you! Many Labrador retriever experts contributed their time and expertise to the production of this book. Special thanks to Barb and Don Ironside of Fawnhaven Labradors, breeders of many champions and master hunters, and Deb M Eldredge DVM, co-author of Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook, 2nd Edition. They read every word and spent countless hours answering my questions. I hope this book will provide the answers you seek, and that you'll enjoy many years with your Labrador retriever. Sincerely, Terry Albert

Your Labrador Retriever Puppy Month By Month

Your Golden Retriever Puppy Month by Month provides new pet owners with everything you need to know and do at each stage of development to make sure your playful, energetic puppy grows into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted companion. A veterinarian, a trainer, and a breeder team up to cover all the questions new owners tend to have, and many they don’t think to ask, including: * What to ask the breeder before bringing your puppy home. * Which vaccinations your puppy needs and when to get them. * How to make potty training as smooth (and quick) as possible. * What to do when your puppy cries at night. * Why and how to crate train your puppy. * When socialization should happen and how to make sure it does. * When your puppy is ready to learn basic commands—like Sit, Stay, and Come—and the best way to teach them. * When and how to go about leash training. * How much exercise your puppy needs to stay physically and mentally healthy. * What, how much, and when to feed your puppy to give him the nutrition he needs without the extra weight he doesn’t. * When your puppy is ready for obedience training and how to make sure it works. * How and how often to bathe your puppy, brush his coat, clip his nails, and brush his teeth. * How to know when a trip to the vet is needed. * What causes problem behaviors, when to expect them, and how to correct them.

Your Golden Retriever Puppy Month by Month: Everything You Need to Know at Each Stage to Ensure Your Cute and Playful Puppy (Your Puppy Month by Month)

Gunther, Alan

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